One Stop Solutions 1273 Radiator

Radiator for Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer

Restore cooling performance with this OSC Premium new radiator, part number 1273. Built for OES form and function, it is engineered for direct replacement service on select Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer applications, including 1991-2002 Ford Escort and 1991-1999 Mercury Tracer coverage.

Key Features

• Premium-grade aluminum construction with plastic tanks
• Crossflow design with a 1-row core
• Transmission oil cooler included with concentric cooler design
• Core dimensions: 21 5/8 in. height, 16 13/16 in. width, 1 in. thickness
• Inlet and outlet diameters: 1 3/8 in.
• Engine oil cooler not included
• Pressure tested during production for leak verification
• Factory-style fitment with fitted and torqued components to OE specifications

Detailed Description

OSC part number 1273 is a replacement radiator engineered for Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer cooling systems where an OE-style crossflow radiator is required. The unit uses premium aluminum tubes and fins with plastic tanks, and the transmission oil cooler is integrated in a concentric layout. OSC also uses cadmium-plated tubes inside and out to help resist premature failure, along with a die-cut gasket to support a leak-resistant seal. This radiator is built for 1991-2002 Ford Escort and 1991-1999 Mercury Tracer applications, including 1991-1996 Ford Escort and 1993-1996 Mercury Tracer models without a sensor port.

This part cross-references APDI 8011273 and Spectra Premium CU1273 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Overheating caused by a leaking or restricted radiator
• Transmission temperature issues related to a failing cooler circuit
• Coolant loss from cracked tanks, worn seals, or core damage
• Poor heat transfer from aged or corroded radiator internals
• Fitment problems from a damaged or non-OE-style replacement unit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify radiator dimensions, inlet and outlet size, and transmission cooler layout before installation. This radiator is a direct-fit style replacement for compatible Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer vehicles, and the sensor-port note should be checked carefully on 1991-1996 Ford Escort and 1993-1996 Mercury Tracer applications. Confirm all hose connections and cooler line routing match the original configuration before filling and bleeding the cooling system.

Quality Assurance

OSC states that each radiator is individually pressure tested during production, with cooler circuits checked before tank installation and the completed assembly tested again. The design also incorporates engineering updates aimed at improving durability and cooling performance in higher-mileage vehicles.